GRE Word List
JUXTAPOSE
to place (different things) side by side (as to compare them or contrast them or to create an interesting effect)
The meaning of the word juxtapose is to place (different things) side by side (as to compare them or contrast them or to create an interesting effect).
Random words
| Word | Meaning |
|---|---|
| gloat | to observe or think about something with triumphant and often malicious satisfaction, gratification, or delight |
| uproar | a state of commotion, excitement, or violent disturbance |
| carping | marked by or inclined to querulous and often perverse criticism |
| makeshift | a usually crude and temporary expedient : substitute |
| overweening | arrogant |
| unwarranted | lacking adequate or official support : not warranted : unjustified |
| contusion | injury to tissue usually without laceration : bruise |
| base | the bottom of something considered as its support : foundation |
| die | to pass from physical life : expire |
| spawn | to deposit or fertilize spawn |